Rob Trotter

Rob Trotter

Global CIO | Digital Transformation & Industry 4.0 Leader | AI, Data & Cloud-Driven Enterprise | ERP (SAP, Oracle) | Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Smart Operations | Board-Level Technology Strategist

Velcro Companies•Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, United States

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Experience27+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

Transformational Chief Information Officer with 20+ years of experience leading enterprise technology, digital transformation, and global IT operating models across manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, and service-driven organizations. Proven track record of aligning technology, data, and business strategy to drive operational efficiency, cost optimization, and scalable growth. Recognized for delivering large-scale ERP modernization, cloud transformation, and enterprise analytics initiatives that enable real-time decision-making and measurable business impact. I partner closely with CEOs, Boards, and executive leadership teams to translate technology investments into improved operational performance, margin expansion, and working capital optimization. My leadership approach centers on building high-performing global teams and scalable delivery models across onshore, nearshore, and offshore environments. Key areas of impact include: • Enterprise digital transformation and Industry 4.0 enablement • ERP strategy and modernization (SAP, Oracle) • Cloud architecture and platform transformation (AWS, Azure) • Data strategy, governance, and advanced analytics • AI and predictive analytics to enhance decision-making • Cybersecurity leadership aligned with NIST and Zero Trust principles • M&A technology integration and enterprise system consolidation I am passionate about transforming IT into a strategic driver of innovation, resilience, and long-term competitive advantage for global enterprises.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • Aug 2022–Present· 4 yrs 2 mos
    • Chief Information OfficerCurrent
      Aug 2022–Present
  • Feb 2014–Jun 2022· 8 yrs 4 mos
    • Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer
      Feb 2014–Jun 2022
  • Aug 2010–Apr 2013· 2 yrs 8 mos
    • Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer
      Aug 2010–Apr 2013
  • Sep 2001–Jun 2010· 8 yrs 9 mos
    • Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer
      Sep 2001–Jun 2010
  • Mar 1999–Aug 2001· 2 yrs 5 mos
    • Director, Information Technology
      Mar 1999–Aug 2001

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)

Business Information Systems

University of North Texas

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Business IntelligenceERPChange ManagementProject ManagementCRMVendor ManagementTelecommunicationsBusiness Process ImprovementBusiness AnalysisAnalysisProgram ManagementSecurityStrategic PlanningOutsourcingBudgetsIntegrationDisaster RecoveryOperations ManagementITILData Center